Site Surveyor Specialist

About Base

Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time.

Base Power Company is seeking a meticulous and knowledgeable Site Surveyor to assess customer site compatibility for battery installations. This role involves detailed analysis of customer-provided photos, collaboration on installation configurations, and ensuring compliance with electrical code requirements. Site Surveyors will also create specialized drawings for non-standard installations and may conduct occasional field site surveys.

• Review customer-submitted site photos and documentation to determine installation feasibility and compatibility
• Collaborate with customers to clarify site details and finalize installation configurations.
• Interpret and apply relevant electrical codes to ensure safe and compliant installations.
• Create detailed, specialty drawings for off-nominal or complex installation scenarios.
• Document and communicate installation requirements and potential issues to internal teams.
• Maintain accurate records of site survey reviews and customer interactions.
• Occasionally conduct in-person site surveys to resolve complex issues or verify site conditions.
• Provide technical support and guidance to installation teams based on site survey findings.
• Identify and suggest improvements to the site survey review process for increased efficiency.

• 2+ years of experience in site survey review, electrical installation, or related technical field.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and installation best practices.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and creating detailed diagrams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer interaction.
• Ability to analyze and interpret visual data from photographs and site documentation.
• Experience with solar, battery, or EV charger installations.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient with computer software and documentation tools.

• Experience with CAD software for creating technical drawings.
• Certification in electrical or solar installation.
• Experience conducting in-person site surveys.
• Knowledge of specific local electrical codes and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with project management principles.

• First Principles Thinking:
  Question assumptions. Principles > rules.
• Operate at Base Pace:
  Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.
• Give & Get Feedback:
  Be direct, be humble, and maintain a growth mindset.
• Everyone’s an Owner:
  Follow through on commitments and own results.
• Strong Opinions, Loosely Held:
  Drive clarity and make calls with imperfect information.
• Committed to the Mission:
  Rebuilding the grid is a big challenge. We work hard because we care deeply about the impact we’re creating. We work in‑person. It’s not a 9‑to‑5. We are all‑in.
• Fun & Optimism Coexist with Grit:
  Collaboration and celebration coincide with the intensity of building real things.

Do the best work of your life at Base.